While we're still facing uncertainties every where, I'm sharing my 14-day meal plan for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks that works with just one shopping trip.
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Slow Cooker Sausage & Potato Soup with Broccoli
Let your slow cooker do the cooking for you with this easy Sausage & Potato Soup with Broccoli recipe. It makes enough to feed a small family, plus more!
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My 14-Day Meal Plan (only shop once!)
With so much uncertainty going on, I'm sharing my 14-day meal plan for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks that works with just one shopping trip.
My Emergency Food Supply
Here's how (and valid the reasons why) I'm stocking up my emergency food supply due to the coronavirus pandemic. And no, I'm not panicking!
Chicken & Veggie Teriyaki Skillet
Skip all the additives in store-bought sauces. Make your own with this easy Chicken & Veggie Teriyaki Skillet recipe for dinner tonight.
How to Know Where Your Chicken Comes From
Knowing where your chicken came from is important. I'm showing you how Farmer Focus has made it easier for you to get to know the farm and the farmers.
Tips For Cutting Out Processed Food: From Reader Emily
Mom, Emily, shares her real food journey of weight loss and feeling better about herself after cutting out processed food in this guest post.
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Tips For Cutting Out Processed Food: From Reader Stephanie
Full-time mom and wife, Stephanie, shares how switching to real food eventually became a habit and saved her family money in this guest post.
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Tips For Cutting Out Processed Food: From Reader Sara
Mom, Sara, shares how she gets her kids involved in the kitchen and other tips and advice for cutting out processed food in this guest post.
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Daddy Daughter Cooking Date Night
I'm sharing a fun daddy-daughter cooking date night idea that is made easy with Blue Apron. This is the perfect way to get the whole family cooking together.
Tips For Cutting Out Processed Food: From Reader Liz
Mom of three, Liz, shares why reading ingredient labels is so important—especially for her family—plus other great tips and advice in this guest post.
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Tips For Cutting Out Processed Food: From Reader Darci
Working mom and blog reader Darci shares her top 5 tips for cutting out processed food, health changes, and how she plans her meals in this guest post.
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Fancy White Cheese Toasts (a fun snack or app!)
I'm sharing four different ways to amp up the classic cheese toast with fresh ingredients that can be enjoyed as a snack or appetizer or any other meal.
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Teriyaki Glazed Meatball Lettuce Wraps
Enjoy an Asian inspired meal with delicious Teriyaki Glazed Meatballs served with lettuce cups and rice.
Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken & Vegetables
Enjoy a Thai inspired creamy coconut lime sauce over chicken and veggies in this easy weeknight dinner recipe.
Eat This, Instead of That (product comparisons!)
In a world of processed food, it can be challenging to know what is truly "healthy." I've put together a list of items you should eat instead of others.
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The Best Real Food Freezer Meals to Save You Money
See why we agree that freezer meals can save you money and time. Included are 6 real food meals you can quickly and easily freeze for dinner later.
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Easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers
This easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers dinner requires only 10 minutes prep, and it's in the oven! It goes perfectly over brown rice & an optional fried egg.
Super Easy Icebox Sugar Cookies (with natural dyes!)
These Super Easy Icebox Sugar Cookies are great for cookie exchanges or as a tasty treat for Santa. Get creative by adding natural dyes to the frosting.
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Simple Pasta with Peas and Ham
For those busy weeknights, this Simple Pasta with Peas and Ham dinner comes together quickly for a meal the entire family will enjoy.
Sweet Potato Mash (with Pecans)
Step up your dinner plate presentation with my Sweet Potato Mash topped with toasted pecans. This side dish pairs perfectly with pork chops and holiday dinners.
Sheet Pan Chicken and Fall Vegetables
This quick and easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Fall Vegetable dinner is full of flavor and provides easy cleanup.
Beet and Goat Cheese (Brown Rice) Risotto
Make the perfect side dish to go with all your holiday or special occasion main dishes with this Beet and Goat Cheese (Brown Rice) Risotto.
Eggplant with Corn and Feta
I'm sharing a different way to prepear eggplant that isn't Eggplant Parmesean! My Eggplant with Corn and Feta recipe can be a main dish or side dish.
What is Elderberry Syrup? (and how to make it!)
With cold season here, we're sharing all about elderberry, including the evidence supporting health claims and how to make your own elderberry syrup.
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6-Ingredient Flourless Chocolate Cake (for any holiday!)
This 6-Ingredient Flourless Chocolate Cake recipe can easily be decorated for any holiday, especially Halloween, Christmas, or Valentine's Day.
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Slow Cooker Spaghetti Bolognese
This classic Spaghetti Bolognese made in the slow cooker is perfect for the cooler weather. It's also easy to prepare for a quick and delicious dinner.
How One Mom Healed Her Son’s Eczema (Naturally!)
Our guest post from Jennifer Roberge, from The Eczema Company, shares her story and natural remedies that healed her son's eczema.
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School Lunch Roundup 16 (+ why we’re using baggies now!)
Packing your kids a healthy, nonprocessed, delicious school lunch just got easier. Find tons of meal ideas that you and your kids can choose from!
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Curly Pasta & Zucchini Bake
Skip the meat tonight with this hearty pasta and vegetable bake. An easy weeknight dinner that is just as good when reheated.
6-Ingredient Cereal Bars
Try these super easy and quick snack bars that are made with only six ingredients! They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, and as an on-the-go snack.
Honey Mustard Sheet Pan Chicken with Brussels Sprouts
Our guest, Maria from Two Peas & Their Pod, shares a delicious honey-mustard sheet pan chicken with Brussels sprouts recipe that makes for a quick clean up.
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Kale and Tomato Alfredo Pasta
Inspired by a vegan recipe, I've recreated this kale and tomato alfredo dish to satisfy my non-vegan family with pasta that's almost as good as homemade.
Whole-Wheat Buttermilk Pancake Recipe
Breakfast is served with these buttermilk pancakes that can be made to your liking by adding berries or bananas—don't forget to freeze a batch.
Foil Packet Nachos!
I'm sharing a fun way to prepare the perfect camping appetizer that is great at home, too! These Foil Packet Nachos can be made on the grill or in the oven.
The Smoothie Project
Grab tons of inspiration for daily smoothies from our guest blogger, Catherine McCord, from Weelicious. She shares how to include the kids and make it fun.
